Magnum V6-3.5L VIN V (2006)
PROM - Programmable Read Only Memory: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine Controls - Delayed Engine Crank/MIL ON/DTC P0573
NUMBER: 18-031-06
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: October 28, 2006
THE StarSCAN(R) FLASH FILES FOR THIS BULLETIN MUST BE RETRIEVED FROM THE INTERNET.
UPDATE CD 6.05 WAS THE LAST CD TO CONTAIN FLASH FILES FOR StarSCAN(R).
StarSCAN(R) SOFTWARE LEVEL MUST BE AT RELEASE 7.02 SPI OR HIGHER FOR THIS BULLETIN.
SUBJECT:
Flash: Delayed Engine Crank or MIL Illumination with DTC P0573
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves inspecting the brake switch if DIG P0573 is found and selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
2005 - 2006
(LX)
300/Charger/Magnum (Includes International
Markets)
2006
(LE)
300C/300C Touring
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to models equipped with a 2.7L or 3.5L engine Sales Code EER or EGG).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may experience a 3 to 5 second delay between turning the ignition switch to "Crank" and the engine actually cranking. This may be
intermittent and difficult to reproduce.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DIG) P0573 may be set if the vehicle gets physically stuck in a slippery condition and while trying to get the vehicle unstuck
is rocked back and forth (transmission shifted drive to reverse to drive) without pressing the brake pedal.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN(R)) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as
designed. If DTC's are present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.
If delayed crank is described by the owner or MIL illumination with DIG P0573 found, Perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
